Living in Chamberí, Madrid

Monthly rent in EUR (€). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Within AffordWhere's Madrid dataset, a one-bedroom here averages about €1,600/month — roughly 33% above the city median, and among the pricier of the 13 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run €2,100 - €2,500/month and three-bedrooms €2,800 - €3,200/month on second-hand contracts. At 15 minutes to the center by metro, it sits farther out than most Madrid areas in the set. On safety it rates 5/5, among the higher-rated in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the upscale, residential, families tags, it may suit families and longer-term renters who want space.

Weighing options? For cheaper rent, see Puente de Vallecas. For a shorter commute, see Justicia.

Rent figures reflect official statistics compiled January 2026. See data sources.

OpenStreetMap maps Canal as the nearest metro stop, Jardines de Enrique Herreros as nearby green space and La Despensa as the nearest supermarket around the Chamberí reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance. It also shows a large number of cafés and restaurants mapped within about 700m of that point.

Amenity data from OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). The extracted amenity dataset is published under the same license.

How much is rent in Chamberí, Madrid?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Chamberí costs €1,500 - €1,700/month (second-hand contract) or €1,300 - €1,500/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €2,100 - €2,500/month, and a 3-bedroom from €2,800 - €3,200/month.

Is Chamberí safe for expats?

Chamberí has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Chamberí to Madrid center?

The commute from Chamberí to Madrid city center takes approximately 15 minutes by metro.

What is Chamberí like to live in?

Upscale residential area. Beautiful buildings, local markets, and family-friendly. In our data it is tagged as upscale, residential, families.